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14th Century Collection

The 14th century was a time of great exploration and artistic innovation

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14th Century Collection: The Crucifixion, 1340s. Creator: Pietro Lorenzetti
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14th Century Collection: St Columbas Church, near Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, Outer Hebrides, Scotland, 2009
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14th Century Collection: CHINESE CONJURERS. Chinese conjurers as described by 14th century Arabian traveler, Ibn Battuta
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14th Century Collection: Medieval Spain and Portugal map
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14th Century Collection: Marco Polo leaving Venice, 1300s
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14th Century Collection: Landscape After the Rain, by Kao K o-kung (1248-1310). Yuan dynasty
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14th Century Collection: DANTE: PARADISE. The Saintly Throng in the Form of a Rose (Canto 31, lines 1-3)
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14th Century Collection: Catalan Atlas, 14th century
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14th Century Collection: BOTTICELLI: PRIMAVERA. Painting by Sandro Botticelli, c1477-78
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14th Century Collection: Crooked spire and spring blossom, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe
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14th Century Collection: Phra Mae Thorani twists her long hair and torrents of water create a flood
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14th Century Collection: Mother Julian, 1912
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14th Century Collection: View of town and Crooked Spire Church, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe
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14th Century Collection: Islamic carvings, Alhambra, Spain
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14th Century Collection: Knights of medieval Germany
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14th Century Collection: Angevin kings holdings in France and Britain
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14th Century Collection: The Virgin and Child with Angels: Leaf of the Wilton Diptych, c1395. (1941)
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14th Century Collection: FIRST CRUSADE, 1099. European knights capture Jerusalem in this fanciful manuscript
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14th Century Collection: Edward refuses succour to his son at Crecy, 1346 (1864). Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
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14th Century Collection: GAWAIN AND THE GREEN KNIGHT. Sir Gawain beheading the Green Knight
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14th Century Collection: Doges Palace and Campanile after sunset, Venice, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Veneto, Italy, Europe
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14th Century Collection: The Crooked Spire at the Parish Church of St. Mary and All Saints, Chesterfield, Derbyshire
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14th Century Collection: ROBERT THE BRUCE (1274-1329). Robert I of Scotland: Color engraving, English, 1797
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14th Century Collection: Trepanation, 14th century artwork
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14th Century Collection: Manuscript Leaf with Opening of The Book of Nehemias, from a Bible, French, ca. 1280-1300
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14th Century Collection: Cloisters of Gloucester Cathedral, late 14th century
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14th Century Collection: The Effects of Good Government in the Countryside, (detail), 1338-1340. Artist: Ambrogio Lorenzetti
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14th Century Collection: TEMPTATION OF SIR GAWAIN. The temptation of Sir Gawain by Lady Bercilak
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14th Century Collection: DANTE: PARADISE. The Heavenly Choir. Wood engraving after Gustave Dore
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14th Century Collection: CHAUCER: CANTERBURY TALES. The Wife of Bath. A page from a facsimile of the Ellesmere manuscript
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14th Century Collection: Treaty of Bretigny territory settlements, 1360
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14th Century Collection: Thomas Becket stained glass window dating from around 1320, Christ Church College Cathedral
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14th Century Collection: The Keigwin Arms, Mousehole, Cornwall, 1936. Creator: Unknown
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14th Century Collection: Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo, Pisa, Tuscany, Italy
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14th Century Collection: Cathedral of the Peak in snow, Tideswell, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, England
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14th Century Collection: Serranos Gate, Valencia, Spain, Europe
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14th Century Collection: Surf on rocks, Dunstanburgh Castle, Northumberland, England, United Kingdom, Europe
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14th Century Collection: Medieval clapper bridge made of four massive granite slabs crossing the East Dart River
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14th Century Collection: Cathedral of the Peak in snow, Tideswell, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, England
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14th Century Collection: The Duomo di Orvieto, Orvieto, Umbria, Italy, Europe
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14th Century Collection: Fowey Parish Church in Fowey, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe
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14th Century Collection: Oude Kerk, originating from the 14th century, Amsterdams oldest building
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14th Century Collection: Dantes Inferno, suicides and the Harpies
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14th Century Collection: Dante and Virgil in Inferno, crossing the cocytus, 1885 (engraving)
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14th Century Collection: Dragon-Shaped Architectural Ornament, 13th / 14th century. Creator: Unknown
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14th Century Collection: Germany, Bavaria, Bamberg, Altes Rathaus or Old Town Hall, Floodlit at dusk
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14th Century Collection: Death of the Historical Buddha (Nehan-zu), 14th century. Creator: Unknown
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14th Century Collection: Queen consorts crowned in Westminster Abbey, 1937


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The 14th century was a time of great exploration and artistic innovation. As Marco Polo embarked on his journey from Venice, the world awaited the discoveries he would make in far-off lands. The Catalan Atlas, created during this period, provided a glimpse into the medieval kingdoms of Spain and Portugal. Meanwhile, in Asia, Phra Mae Thorani's twisting hair unleashed torrents of water, symbolizing the power and unpredictability of nature. This tumultuous scene mirrored the changing political landscape as Angevin kings held territories both in France and Britain. In Europe, artists like Sandro Botticelli captured the essence of springtime in their paintings such as "Primavera. " These masterpieces transported viewers to idyllic landscapes filled with vibrant colors and blooming flowers. Closer to home in England's Derbyshire county stood the iconic Crooked Spire Church overlooking a charming town. Its unique architecture served as a reminder of centuries-old traditions that endured through time. Literature also flourished during this era with tales like "Gawain and the Green Knight" captivating audiences. Sir Gawain faced temptation from Lady Bercilak but ultimately triumphed by beheading his adversary—a testament to chivalry and honor prevailing over darkness. Even religious texts were beautifully illustrated during this period; an exquisite manuscript leaf depicting Nehemias' book showcased French craftsmanship at its finest. As we reflect on these diverse aspects of 14th-century life—exploration, artistry, literature—we gain insight into a world that laid foundations for our modern society while cherishing its rich cultural heritage.